This anthology brings together a diverse range of materials that shed light on the history of Minnesota and the surrounding regions. Among the items included are personal letters, diaries, maps, photographs, and official government records. Together, they provide a richly detailed picture of life in Minnesota from the pre-contact era to the present day, and showcase the contributions of the region's diverse communities to the development of the United States.

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